FIFA plan cup change

FIFA look set to make the Confederations Cup, arguably the most unpopular competition in international football, a four-yearly event in response to claims it is putting too much pressure on overworked players.

FIFA look set to make the Confederations Cup, arguably the most unpopular competition in international football, a four-yearly event in response to claims it is putting too much pressure on overworked players.

The Confederations Cup, which reaches its conclusion in Paris today, is now expected to only take place every four years as a dress rehearsal for World Cup hosts.

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